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Our Impact & Program History

Since 1912, New Bethlehem Community Center has delivered measurable, life-changing results for Augusta's most vulnerable residents. Here is a record of who we've served and what we've accomplished — year by year, program by program.

Annual Service Numbers

These figures reflect individuals, families, and community members served across all NBCC programs each year.

2025 Annual Report
6,275+
people served across all programs
25
Food Pantry511 served
Senior Meals1,930+ served
School Supplies & Clothing225 individuals
Community Farmer's Market125 attendees
SAMHSA MAPS (running total)735+ served
Souper Bowl Fundraiser$6,337 raised
2024 Annual Report
5,178+
people served across all programs
24
Food Pantry901 served
Senior Meals2,020 served
Community Farmer's Market209 attendees
School Supplies, Coats & Clothing457 individuals
Hurricane Helene Food Bags127 families
Souper Bowl Fundraiser$5,490 raised

Historic Service Totals

7,200+
2019
7,200+
2017
7,500+
2015
7,000+
2013
NBCC board member recognized at the annual Souper Bowl fundraiser

Souper Bowl Fundraiser

Each year, NBCC's Souper Bowl fundraiser brings the Augusta community together to support our mission. In 2025, the event raised $6,337 — funds that go directly toward free meals, activities, and services for the families and seniors we serve.

Milestones like these are only possible because of the generosity of our board members, volunteers, donors, and community partners who show up year after year.

Current Programs

READY4LIFE RELATE

Active
ACF 5-Year Grant
10/01/2025 – 09/29/2030

Life skills and workforce readiness for youth ages 14–17. Brand new 5-year federal grant through the Administration for Children and Families.

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SAMHSA MAPS Project

Active
SAMHSA Federal Grant
12/31/2022 – 12/30/2026

Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training and mental health awareness programming for the community. 735+ participants served to date.

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Senior Adult Activities

Active
Ongoing Program
Est. 1912 – Present

Hot meals, activities, and community connection for senior adults every Tuesday and Thursday. 1,900+ congregant meals served in 2025.

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Community Food Pantry

Active
Ongoing Program
Est. 1912 – Present

Open monthly to all community members in need. 511+ individuals served through the pantry in 2025.

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Our Program Legacy

These programs have been successfully completed. They represent NBCC's demonstrated ability to execute federally-funded grants and deliver measurable community impact.

DOJ BJA STRIVE Project — STOP School Violence

Strategies to Reduce Involvement in Violence through Education

Completed
📋 U.S. Department of Justice, Bureau of Justice Assistance📅 10/01/2022 – 2025

School-based violence prevention and intervention program serving youth in Augusta and Burke County. Provided evidence-based training, education, and community engagement to reduce school violence.

1,800+
youth and community members across the grant period

ACF-SRAE TRUTH Project

Teaching Responsibility to Uphold Teen Health

Completed
📋 Administration for Children & Families (ACF) — Grant #90SR0151📅 09/30/2021 – 09/29/2024

Relationship education and healthy decision-making program for teens and young adults. Curriculum focused on communication skills, self-efficacy, healthy relationships, and reducing risky behaviors. Included the Love Notes evidence-based curriculum. Participants received incentives upon completion.

900
youth ages 13–21 served over the grant period

SAMHSA HEALTH Project

Holistic Experience Advancing Lifestyles Transforming Health

Completed
📋 SAMHSA — Grant #SP080227📅 09/30/2021 – 09/29/2024

Substance abuse prevention and health education program for youth and young adults ages 13–24. Centered on the Alcohol Literacy Challenge curriculum — participants learned how to eliminate or reduce drug and alcohol use through prevention education sessions, individual counseling, and interactive training. Free of charge with snacks provided during sessions. Grant ended September 30, 2024.

NBCC HEALTH Project program activity
NBCC Alcohol Literacy Challenge program session
482
youth and young adults ages 13–24 served over the grant period

Additional Programs Offered

Over more than a century of operation, NBCC has offered many programs in response to the evolving needs of Augusta's community.

Community health education program activity at New Bethlehem Community Center
Completed Program

HIV/HCV Community Education & Outreach

A community health education initiative focused on awareness, prevention, and health literacy for at-risk youth and adults in Augusta. Delivered in partnership with local health and social service organizations as part of NBCC's broader public health commitment.

2013–2015

Kid Power After-School Program

After-school attendance, tutoring, and meals for youth at area schools.

2013–2024

Adult Computer Education

Basic and intermediate computer classes offered throughout the year at no cost.

2013–2017

GED Education Program

GED preparation courses offered in partnership with Augusta Technical College.

Ongoing

Community Garden

Growing fresh produce for community members and fostering environmental stewardship.

Annual

Souper Bowl Fundraiser

Annual community fundraiser supporting NBCC's programs. Raised $6,337 in 2025.

Annual

Juneteenth Celebration

Free community celebration honoring Juneteenth and the legacy of freedom.

Annual Event

Father/Daughter Gala

Beloved community celebration honoring fathers and daughters in the Bethlehem community.

2013–2019

Teen Pregnancy Prevention Initiative

Community-based education program reducing teen pregnancy through peer support and counseling.

Annual

Senior Easter Celebration

Special holiday program for senior adults, including meals, activities, and community connection.

113+ Years. Thousands Served. Still Going.

Our legacy of service continues. If you'd like to support our current programs, volunteer, or partner with NBCC — we'd love to connect.